Roosevelt Williams

November 28, 2002

TOANO — Roosevelt Williams, 69, answered the Master's call on Monday, Nov. 25, 2002, in St. Mary's Hospital in Richmond. He was a lifelong resident of the area. In his youth, he joined Little Zion Baptist Church. He retired after many years of service from Sheldon Lumber Company.

He leaves to treasure his blessed memories his daughter, Brenda Taylor, and his stepdaughter, Delores Gay, both of Newport News; his son, Larry D. Williams, and his sister, Hazel Rutley, both of Toano; his nine grandchildren; his 12 great-grandchildren; and a host of other loving relatives and many caring friends.

A homegoing service will be held 1 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 2, in Whiting's Chapel with Dr. Irvin D. Melvin officiating. Interment will follow in Williamsburg Memorial Park. Family and friends will assemble by 12:45 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Mr. Williams may be viewed from 3 to 5 p.m. on Sunday in the funeral home.

Professional service entrusted to the staff of Whiting's Funeral Home, Williamsburg.